Coast Guard releases work draft on automatic ID system

Dec 29th, 2006 · Comments Off on Coast Guard releases work draft on automatic ID system

David Hubler at Federal Computer Week reports that:

The Coast Guard released Dec. 27 a draft statement of work and performance specification to solicit systems integration and technical support services for the second phase of its Nationwide Automatic Identification System.

The system is designed to detect, identify, monitor and track vessels equipped with international-standard Automatic Identification System (AIS) technology. It will also report relevant security data that could affect the United Statesâ€™ safety, economy or environment.